TEDxDetroit returns for its 10th year

An inspiring and diverse group of speakers from tech, entertainment, and design, (TED) will take to the stage on Wednesday, September 26 from 8-6 p.m. at the historic Masonic Temple for the 10thanniversary of TEDxDetroit. This year’s event will feature more than 20 innovators from Michigan to share insightful stories and wisdom with the audience.

TED isn’t a who, it’s a what. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, and Design, three broad subject areas that are shaping the future. TEDxDetroit is an independently produced offspring of the annual TED gathering of big brains and cool creators.

The sessions are designed to showcase a variety of subtopics and styles of speakers, dedicated to share positive ideas for the world from Detroit through TED Talks videos and live speakers to spark deep discussion and connection. Presenters were chosen from more than 300 proposals submitted before July 1.

“This year’s submissions were overwhelming with great ideas and content,” said Charlie Wollborg, the event’s organizer. “With our 10-year anniversary event, we knew we had to assemble a very impressive line-up of speakers and I hope attendees agree that we met the challenge.”

In addition to the TED talks and live performances from talented Detroit-based artists, attendees can expect to immerse themselves in TEDxLabs – a business expo, art gallery, science fair, and tech demo day that happens alongside TEDxDetroit. It’s an opportunity for attendees to get hands-on, interact and co-create. Exhibitors range from tech startups to popup shops to makerspaces.